【Enjoy Discounts】Summer Theme Park Madness – 22 Amusement Parks Offer Discounts!

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department compiled report

 

Summer break is here, Up！Where can you have fun safely and beat the heat? The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has partnered with 22 theme parks across Taiwan to launch a variety of cool activities during the summer vacation. Whether it’s enjoying the forest’s phytoncides in the sweltering heat, experiencing the refreshing water at a water park, or riding the most thrilling mechanical rides, Taiwan’s theme parks have it all, guaranteeing a cool summer for all visitors.

During the summer vacation, the Tourism Bureau and 22 theme parks across Taiwan have launched a series of promotional packages and events. For example, on July 27th, it’s the 29th anniversary celebration of Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village — visitors who have a birthday on that day can enjoy free admission with a reservation！There are many more promotions, so make sure to take full advantage as summer approaches！
 
● Baxian Coast 【Ordered to Cease Operations】
A.【Afternoon Open Ticket Special】In June and September, enter after 1 PM to enjoy the afternoon ticket price of $450！Thoughtful for visitors, allowing water-loving crowds to sleep in and still save $200！
B.【Examinee Special】From now until 9/30, show your (2015) admission ticket to enjoy the examinee special price of $550！
C. July-August Starlight Discount $450 for entry after 5 PM
D. Starlight Theme Special Price $350 for entry after 5 PM, eligible and upload a photo to enjoy the discount.
◎ Monday "Wan Jun" Day – Bring a bowl and call yourself Wan Jun to enjoy a discounted entry
◎ Tuesday "Love Taiwan" Day – Wear flip-flops (thongs) or blue-and-white sandals to enter
◎ Wednesday "Ladies’ Day" – Beautiful women must wear bikinis or swimsuits to enter
◎ Thursday "Polka Dot" Day – Wear polka dot outfits or have polka dot patterns on your body
◎ Friday "Sleeveless Shirt" Day – Stay cool in sleeveless shirts, or show off your sleeveless shirt too
 ● Yunxian Paradise
【2015 Yunxian Summer Romance】
A. Cool One-Day Tour starting from $329~ (includes round-trip cable car, Yunxian admission, lunch, and a guided eco-tour).
B. Cool Two-Day Tour starting from $3,480~ (includes round-trip cable car, Yunxian admission, hotel stay, seasonal set meal, breakfast, guided eco-tour … etc.).
 ● Yehliu Ocean World
The summer introduces brand-new shows featuring clowns interacting joyfully with visitors, and for the first time, dolphins dancing gracefully with synchronized swimmers, inviting everyone to dive into a sea of summer fun.
 ● Miniature Land Theme Park
【Miniature Land Theme Park – Coolest Summer Ever】
A. From 6/25 to 9/6, enjoy both water and land attractions with one ticket for just $399 (original price $799, about 50% off).
Double the fun without extra cost. The top choice for family cooling, “Wave Rider Water Park,” will definitely chill you to the bone (swimwear and swim caps required to enter Wave Rider Water Park)! There's also a brand-new indoor dynamic park, 133 miniature landscape buildings, over 20 amusement rides, and a brand new misty stage where visitors can enjoy playful clown shows and super cute puppet performances while surrounded by cool mist！
B. Public Transport Discount:
(1) Taipei City Round-Trip Discount Ticket by Tai-Lian Bus: single entry ticket + Taipei City round-trip bus fare special price $625 (original price $1,025, about 61% off).
(2) New Taipei City Round-Trip Discount Ticket by Tai-Lian Bus: single entry ticket + New Taipei City round-trip bus fare special price $571 (original price $971, about 59% off).
 ●Theme Park Six Flags
A. Summer Vacation Special (June 13–September 13): Enjoy both water and land attractions all day and night for just $799 (original price $1,299, approx. 62% off).
B. Summer Vacation Special (June 13–September 13): Starlight Ticket for both water and land attractions at $699 (entry after 1:00 PM only)
C. Public Transport Discounts:
(1) Hsinchu Bus: From June 13 to September 13, show your Hsinchu Bus ticket to Six Flags and enjoy a discounted admission ticket for the Six Flags Water & Land Park at $750 (one bus ticket stub per discounted entry ticket, valid for use on the day of travel).

(2) Taiwan United Bus: From June 13 to September 13, purchase a discounted combo ticket for $950 (includes round-trip bus fare and one admission ticket to the Six Flags Water & Land Park) (original price $1,253, approx. 76% off).

●Doraemon Science Theme Park
【Interstellar Mission – Snow Adventure Event】
Ticket Discounts: Adult tickets at $350 (original price $500, 30% off), student and child tickets at $320 (original prices $400 and $350, approx. 20% and 9% off respectively), senior and charity tickets at $250, valid July 1–August 31.
※ In addition to must-try cool water attractions and the highly popular indoor ski slope (the only one in Taiwan), the event also features interstellar exploration themes. Both kids and adults will love the superhero puppet show – 【Rise of Super Energy – The League of Geniuses】. Join us in saving the Earth.
 ●Wanrui Forest Amusement Park
A.【Wanrui Summer Camp (Two Days & One Night)】
Activities: Wanrui grass sledding, scout activities, fun evening parties, rock climbing, tightrope walking, forest paintball, human foosball, summer water play.
B. Public Transport Discount: Free shuttle bus from Hengshan Station on the TRA Hsinchu Neiwan Branch Line to Wanrui.

 ●West Lake Resort

A.“Green Students Visit West Lake”: From July 1 to August 31, enjoy 20% off all bottled drinks in the park (valid at Forest Hut, Mermaid Restaurant, and Lakeside Café).
B. Student Discount: Show your student ID to purchase a discounted admission ticket for $250 (not valid for groups, travel agencies, or tour buses). Explore the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale theme park, enjoy the Happy Theater, experience environmental education activities, and visit Sanyi to appreciate the beauty of art and culture.
C. Public Transport Discount: Partnered with Fengyuan Bus. Travelers from Taipei or Fengyuan can take a direct Fengyuan Bus to West Lake Resort.
(1) Show your bus ticket stub to purchase an admission ticket for $300 (original full-price ticket $399, approx. 75% off).
(2) Present your same-day bus ticket stub for accommodation and get a discount on the room rate (based on weekday/weekend rates and number of guests, using the bus fare from the stub).
(3) Purchase your return bus ticket to Taipei at the West Lake Resort counter and enjoy a discounted ticket for $220–$270 (original full-price ticket $280). Discounted fare based on Fengyuan Bus scheduled times.

●Shangri-La Amusement Park
【Summer Fun Plan: One Card, Three Free Entries】 $2,599 / card
◎ Sales Period: Summer vacation, July 1–August 31, for two months.
◎ 【One Card, Three Free Entries】 Plan Details:
1. Cardholder enjoys unlimited free park entry (valid from card purchase date until December 31, 2015).
2. Receive 3 additional unlimited free entry cards (must provide 3 names upon purchase) (valid from card purchase date until December 31, 2015).
3. Receive one 4-person weekday lodging voucher (must be used before December 31, 2015).
4. Receive 4 breakfast vouchers to use during lodging.
5. Book your card and complete the registration form to receive an additional DIY Lei Cha (pounded tea) experience for 4 people during your stay.
6. An additional fee of NT$1,000 applies for stays on holidays.
7. A cleaning fee of NT$300 will be charged when using the accommodation voucher.

 ● Leofoo Village

A. June 22 – July 22: Cancer zodiac half-price ticket at NT$325 (original price NT$800, approx. 41% off).
B. July 23 – August 22: Leo zodiac half-price ticket at NT$325 (original price NT$800, approx. 41% off).
(Please present valid ID when purchasing tickets. Must enter the park before 12:00 PM on the day of the event.)
C. June 27 – August 30: Combo ticket for both water and land attractions at NT$799 (original price NT$990, approx. 81% off).
D. Public Transport Discount:
The following are individual package deals (including round-trip transport + theme park admission):
(1) Taipei Main Station to Leofoo Village via Ubus: NT$999.
(2) Zhonggang Transfer Station to Leofoo Village via Ubus Route 155: NT$599.

● Atayal Resort
[2015 Nantou Summer Charm Festival – Atayal Lotus Season Series Events]
Event Discounts:
A. 2015 Nantou Summer Charm Festival – Atayal Lotus Season: From July 1 – August 31, during the summer vacation period, the original park admission fee of NT$450 is now specially priced at NT$300 for all-day access (approx. 67% off).
B. Bonus!!! Just join the official Atayal Resort LINE account “sxl8132u”. After joining, you’ll receive a summer discount coupon. Present the coupon upon entry to enjoy a discounted ticket price of NT$250 (original price NT$450, approx. 56% off).
Event Highlights:
1. Besides enjoying the poetic beauty of the lotus ponds, you can also savor creative lotus-themed cuisine.
2. During the summer vacation, you can participate in the Atayal Hunter Experience activities. Visitors can personally experience indigenous skills such as hunting, fire-starting by flint, weaving, and blessing ball embroidery, all while learning through fun.
3. The park offers rich ecology, amusement facilities, skywalks, hot springs, splash pools, and indigenous cultural activities — all included with one all-access ticket!!!
 ● Shanlinxi Forest Eco-Resort
A. [June – August: 100,000 Hydrangeas in Bloom at Shanlinxi]
B. Public Transport Discount:
Regardless of weekday or weekend, take public transportation (Yuanlin Bus, Taichung Bus, or Shanlinxi Bus) to Shanlinxi to enjoy a discounted ticket price of NT$200 per person (original price NT$300, approx. 67% off).
 ● Dongshi Forest Recreation Area
[Forest Fun Forest]
A. Forest 9-Grid Connect Adventure Game.
B. $1,200 Insect Ecology Tour (Weekday Friday and Sunday two-day-one-night package includes one night stay, two meals, park admission, handicraft DIY, and one Firefly ThV1 item), total of 14 sessions.
C. Dongshi Forest Farm Eco Tour (Saturday $600) includes transport, lunch, and guided tour, with a total of 7 sessions.

D. Public Transport Discount: Ride Fengyuan Bus for $160 per person (original price $250, 64% off).